VTech TZ-2526 User Manual
VTech TZ-2526 User Manual

VTech TZ-2526 User Manual

Vtech tz-2526: user guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury
to persons, including the following:
1.
Read and understand all instructions.
2.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub,
kitchen sink, or swimming pool).
5.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a
built-in installation where proper ventilation is not provided.
7.
This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
8.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product,
but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing
cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you
to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can
cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result
in the risk of fire or electric shock.

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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 2 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    1. Base Unit 3. AC Power Adapter 5. Battery Pack 7. Owner’s Manual To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800- 595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. 2. Handset 4. Telephone Line Cord...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    INSTALLATION Before You Install 1 Choose a location for the Base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (110v AC) not controlled by a wall switch. Plug the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit.
  • Page 5 Place the Handset in the Base. Charge the battery at least for 12 hours the first time. 5 Check for Dial Tone After the batteries are charged, connect the modular telephone cord between a live phone jack and the jack located on the bottom of the Base Unit. Pick up the Handset and press PHONE.
  • Page 6: Wall Installation On A Standard Modular Wall Plate

    A bracket is available for wall mounting your Base Unit. To receive a bracket, call 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377. Run the power and telephone line cords through the slots in the bracket, connecting them to the jacks located on the underside of the Base.
  • Page 7: Using The Telezapper Feature

    • Once you’ve activated the TeleZapper feature in your tz 2526, keep in mind that if you answer your telephone and there’s no one there, the odds are that you just “zapped” a telemarketer. After a few weeks, you’ll notice that you are receiving fewer and fewer of these calls.
  • Page 8 Q. How do I know when I’ve “zapped” a telemarketer? A. If you answer your telephone and there’s no one there, the odds are that you just “zapped” a telemarketer. Quite often you will see the caller ID from such a call is “unavailable.”...
  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    TELEPHONE OPERATION...
  • Page 10: Page/Handset Locator

    TELEPHONE OPERATION...
  • Page 11: Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save

    3 After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to dial pulse (rotary) service. Headset Jack You can use this telephone hands-free when you install any VTech 2.5mm headset, purchased separately. Plug the headset into the jack located on the right side of the Handset (under the small rubber flap).
  • Page 12: Operating Range

    TELEPHONE OPERATION Operating Range This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this Handset and Base can communicate over only a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the Base and Handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office.
  • Page 13: Telephone Memory

    TELEPHONE MEMORY This cordless phone can store 10 telephone numbers with names, each up to 16 digits long in memory locations you assign (0-9). Store a Number and Name in Memory 1 Press PROG/CHAN, then press 2 Press MEM. The screen displays 3 Press the key (0-9) for the memory location where you’re storing this entry.
  • Page 14: Edit A Number/Name Stored In Memory

    TELEPHONE MEMORY 7 Press SELECT or PROG/CHAN to store your entry. The screen displays and the current setting. 8 Press to change the setting. Choose alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring.
  • Page 15: Telephone Directory

    TELEPHONE DIRECTORY This cordless phone can store an additional 40 telephone numbers with names, each up to 16 digits long. Entries are stored alphabetically. For consistency with Caller ID entries, you may wish to enter last names first. Note: Press OFF at any time to exit directory.
  • Page 16: Edit A Number/Name Stored In The Directory

    TELEPHONE DIRECTORY 7 Press to change the setting. Choose alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose (for No) for a normal ringing pattern. 8 Press SELECT or PROG/CHAN to confirm your selection. If you chose be displayed with the directory entry.
  • Page 17 TELEPHONE DIRECTORY -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial. 3 When the screen displays the number you want to dial, press SELECT. Then press until flashes. 4 Press SELECT. The phone automatically dials the number.
  • Page 18: Caller Id Operation

    For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information between the first and second rings: • Your caller’s name (15 letters are sent by your telephone company) • The caller’s area code and telephone number • The time and date of the call If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will not be in the call history.
  • Page 19: Dial A Displayed Number

    CALLER ID OPERATION 3 Press until flashes, then press SELECT. The screen displays . The current choice flashes. 4 Press until flashes. 5 Press SELECT. You will hear a beep confirming the deletion. Dial a Displayed Number 1 Locate the record in call history that you want to dial. 2 If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press # .
  • Page 20: Batteries

    5 The new battery pack must be charged before using the phone. Place the Handset in the Base and allow it to charge for at least 12 hours the first charge. The telephone might operate before that, but for best performance, let the battery pack charge fully.
  • Page 21: Additional Information

    If the phone doesn’t work at all, check these items first: • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the modular jack.
  • Page 22 • Press PROG/CHAN to change to another channel. • Disconnect the Base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone service company.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.
  • Page 24: Warranty Statement

    3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or 4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical accessories; or 5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible;...
  • Page 25 • If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
  • Page 26: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations

    This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communications Inc CUSTOMER SERVICE. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. For repair/warranty information, the telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.
  • Page 27 The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information.
  • Page 28 If you do, please keep three things in mind: We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing ’...
  • Page 29: The Rbrc Seal

    VTech’s participation in RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY...
  • Page 30: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 2411.15 - 2418.4 MHz Handset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz Handset: 2411.15 - 2418.4 MHz CHANNELS 30 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
  • Page 31 A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc.; Beaverton, Oregon. Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd., Suite 200, 7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2002 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
  • Page 32: Table Of Contents

    Before You Install ...4 Table/Desk Installation ...5 Wall Installation on a standard modular Wall Plate...6 Using The Telezapper ® Feature...7 Basic Operation...9 TELEPHONE OPERATION ...9 Make a Call...9 Answer a Call ...9 End a Call ...9 Program/Channel...9 Redial/Pause ...9 Handset Volume ...9 Flash/Call Waiting...9...
  • Page 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS Dial a Displayed Number...19 Store a Call History Record in the Directory...19 Display Screen Messages...19 BATTERIES ...20 Battery Care and Maintenance ...20 Replacing the Handset Battery Pack ...20 Additional Information...21 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY ...21 MAINTENANCE ...23 WARRANTY STATEMENT ...24 FCC, ACTA AND IC REGULATIONS...26 The RBRC Seal ...29...

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